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<\/p>\nNigeria is divided into 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, making it 37 divisions. Each of these states is given specific nicknames with which it is recognized. The states, their capitals and their nicknames are highlighted below.<\/p>\n
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There you have it!<\/p>\n
However, some Nigerians think some of those names are ill-fitting. They believe there are some states that should not be given the nickname by which they are called. They specifically mention 5 of those states as those with ill-fitting nicknames.<\/p>\n
The states are:<\/p>\n
What reasons did they give for this seemingly strange opinion? Check their reasons below<\/p>\n
Also Read:\u00a0States and Capital in Nigeria<\/p>\n
Nick name for the state is Heart Beat of the Nation. Some think that Edo State does not deserve that name. They are of the opinion that Edo State is not virtuous enough to be called by that nickname, considering the deep seated immorality that plays out in the state.<\/p>\n
What many people think of when they hear Edo is prostitution. However, one wonders if there are no prostitutes in virtually all states in Nigeria.<\/p>\n
The state is nicknamed God\u2019s Own State. Some think the dirty nature of Aba, the commercial city of Abia State, makes the state unworthy of the nickname ascribed to it.<\/p>\n
They also said the rate of poor imitation of China products and inferior goods at Aba also disqualifies the state from bearing such nickname. \u00a0\u00a0However, one wonders if Aba is the only dirty city in Nigeria.<\/p>\n
The state is nicknamed Pride of the Nation.\u00a0 Those who think the state does not deserve the nickname say the fact that Diepreye Alamieyeseigha originated from the state had removed any reason why it should be referred to as Pride of the Nation.<\/p>\n
They also referred to a particular Nigerian musician that hails from Bayelsa State. They think his song is too unprofessional and unbefitting of a product from the supposed Pride of the Nation.<\/p>\n
However, one wonders if Alam was the only corrupt person in Nigeria or if there are no wacky musicians from other parts of the country.<\/p>\n
Nickname of the state is The Power State.\u00a0 Those who oppose this name think the state should have been nicknamed The Undulating State.\u00a0 They equally think Kainji Dam is not producing enough power to make the nickname fitting of the state.<\/p>\n
Nickname of the state is Home of Peace.\u00a0 Those who condemned this name give reference to the continual menace of Boko Haram in the state that had turned the place to a home of terror.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Nigeria is divided into 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, making it 37 divisions. Each of these states is … <\/p>\n